Artemether

أرتيميثر

KindAPI
ClassAntimalarial — artemisinin derivative
SynonymsArtemetherum, Dihydroartemisinin methyl ether
Common uses / formsFixed-dose combination with lumefantrine (ACT tablets/dispersibles) and IM injection; uncomplicated and severe P. falciparum malaria
PropertiesSemi-synthetic from artemisinin (Artemisia annua); oil-soluble and lipophilic, poorly water-soluble; peroxide-bridge is heat/moisture/light sensitive
CompendiaIP
Sourcing originsChina, India, Vietnam
Dominant inbound routeHormuz
Indicative price band$$$ ($100–1000 / kg)
Indicative lead timelong (80–120+ days)
NotesSupply tied to agricultural Artemisia harvest and artemisinin extraction; price/availability are seasonal; WHO-prequalified ACT chain; protect from heat and light
Indicative planning bands for reference/education — not supplier quotes. Sourcing routes reflect the dominant inbound lane to the Arab region.

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Cite as: AUPAM Experts' Office, Artemether — sourcing profile (API) — AUPAM Data Bank, retrieved 2026-08-31, https://aupameo.org/datasets/databank/a-artemether.html